Systematic Portfolio Manager, Rates RV, Hedge Fund, LDN
We are working with a discretionary fixed income hedge fund in London who are looking to expand their team in complementary areas. The fund has a strong track record of performance since their inception and have, over the last few years, looked to build out their quantitative capabilities. The ideal candidate would have demonstrable experience within the systematic fixed income relative value space as a PM. They are looking for a high calibre individual who can take on significant responsibility from the onset. Therefore, we ask candidates to have 3+ years’ experience within rates relative value from a top tier bank or hedge fund. This is an opportunity to join a growing fund and to attain the associated upsides of such. Exceptional outlier profiles will be considered.
The client is looking for a systematic PM to join the fund’s collegiate and collaborative London-based investment team. This individual would utilise their experience, and understanding of the capital markets, to manage and oversee portfolios, utilising quantitative methodologies, to capture relative value opportunities across the G10 markets. Fundamentally, you will be operating within the whole systematic investment lifecycle from research through to the outlined portfolio management. The group largely concentrate on trading mid and low frequency RV strategies in DM rates and trade both bonds and derivatives.
There is a very high technical standard in this team, so they are looking for candidates with exceptional academic backgrounds. They are looking for a minimum of a master’s level degree, in a relevant stem subject, from a highly regarded international institution. The role will involve working closely with a range of senior stakeholders, so as well as excellent technical ability, there is a need for strong communication skills. Furthermore, the team prioritise finding candidates who combine high performance with low ego and a collaborative mindset as they are a nimble, close-knit team.
Requirements:
* 3+ years’ experience within rates relative value as a systematic PM within a top tier bank or hedge fund.
* Direct trading/risk taking experience.
* Minimum of master’s level education within a relevant stem subject.
* Ambitious and entrepreneurial mindset
* Ability to work within a collegiate and nimble environment.
Due to demand, we are advertising this role anonymously. If you would prefer to speak to someone before submitting a CV, please send a blank application to the role and someone will be in touch to discuss.
We can only respond to highly qualified candidates.